The Baseball Forward Podcast

Ep. 25 | Storytime with Schwank, Jim Schwanke

Today’s conversation features the one and only Jim Schwanke doing what he does best. This is Storytime with Schwank and Episode 25 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Ep. 24 | Ryan Hawley, My Twin Brother

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation features my former permanent catch partner and twin brother, Mr. Ryan Hawley. Here’s Episode 24 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Ep. 23 | Brian Hunt, Crossroads Grace Community Church

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation features Lead Pastor of Crossroads Grace Community Church in Manteca, CA, Brian Hunt. Here’s Episode 23 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
Follow Brian Hunt on Instagram @brianhunt5 and visit https://crossroadsgrace.org to get connected and for service times.
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Ep. 22 | L.A. Gamo, The Baseballogist

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation features The Baseballogist, L.A. Gamo. Here’s Episode 22 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
Follow Coach Gamo on social media by searching “Baseballogist” and visit https://www.thebaseballogist.com for more information on upcoming events, camps or to book a session.
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Ep. 21 | Ken Guthrie, New York Mets

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Today’s guest conversation features area scout for the New York Mets, Ken Guthrie. Here’s Episode 21 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
Follow Ken Guthrie on X @ken_guthrie and visit mlb.com for more information on the New York Mets.

Ep. 20 | Cade Griffis, Founder & CEO of D-BAT Sports

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation features the Founder & CEO of D-BAT Sports, Mr. Cade Griffis. Here’s Episode 20 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
Follow Cade Griffis and D-BAT on social media and visit Dbat.com to find a D-BAT near you.
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Ep. 19 | Joe Torres, Chapman University

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation features the assistant coach and recruiting coordinator of Chapman University in Orange, CA; Joe Torres. Here’s Episode 19 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
Follow Coach Torres on X @coachjoetorres and visit athletics.chapman.edu for more information on The Chapman University baseball team.
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Ep. 18 | Dr. Nick Serio, VeloU

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation features the General Manager of VeloU; Dr. Nick Serio. Here’s Episode 18 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
Follow VeloU on all social platforms and visit velouniversity.com to start your evaluation.
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Ep. 17 | Lynn Vanlandingham, Five Tool Baseball

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation features the founder and owner of Five Tool Baseball; Mr. Lynn Vanlandingham. Here’s Episode 17 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
Follow Five Tool on all social platforms and visit fivetool.org to join the line.
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Ep. 16 | Coach Ballgame (James Lowe)

Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation features one of the most recognizable faces and names in all of baseball; Mr. James Lowe, or how most of you know him, Coach Ballgame. Here’s Episode 16 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
 
Podcast Highlights:
02:00 An introduction to Coach Ballgame.
07:15 Coach Ballgame talks about his affinity to HBP's.
11:30 Coach Ballgame discusses why he loves baseball.
13:35 The type of music Coach Ballgame listens to.
19:25 Living the dream.
28:30 Talking nicknames.
36:00 Coach Ballgame discusses the purpose behind his mission.
42:15 Coach Ballgame gives advice to young coaches.
 
Follow Coach Ballgame (James Lowe) @coachballgame and be sure to visit coachballgame.com for his latest offerings and camp dates. 
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